Fresh and zingy, this lovely salad makes a great light lunch in its own right, but it's also a perfect accompaniment to a curry (especially my kitchari - check out the recipe). Naturally sweet from the carrots, this is a delicious, healthy salad that combines a subtle warming spice from toasted cumin seeds with plenty of fresh herbs and lemony zing. The lemon and ginger are also a great natural boost for your immune system, making this salad a great dish if you're feeling a little under the weather.
Serves 5
Ingredients
2 tsp cumin seeds
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of 1.5 lemons
Thumb of ginger, peeled and grated
5 tbsp olive oil
3 shallots, peeled and finely chopped
5 medium/large carrots, peeled and grated
Large handful of fresh coriander, chopped
Small handful of fresh mint, stalks removed, and chopped
60g raisins
100g spinach, chopped
Toasted, flaked almonds
Directions
Combine all of the ingredients into a serving bowl and season well with sea salt and black pepper.
Allow to sit for 5 -10 minutes (or even up to an hour) to allow the lemon juice to slightly mellow the shallot and for the flavours to muddle together.
When ready to serve, sprinkle over the toasted almonds.
Delicious served with my kitchari or any other good curry.
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